What are the main factors that influence a Salon Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Salon Assistant?

Salon Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Salon Assistant roles are District of Columbia $32,286, California $32,164, Massachusetts $31,735. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Salon Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Salon Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Salon Manager: $89,912; Assistant Salon Leader: $81,104; Salon Director: $77,495; Assistant Salon Manager: $76,435; Salon Consultant: $62,072.

Salon Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Salon Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Salon Assistant in Delaware is $29,530 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

However, a Salon Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $36,436
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,425 to $33,145
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,328

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Salon Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,145	$2,762	$637	$16
Average	$29,530	$2,461	$568	$14
25th Percentile	$29,425	$2,452	$566	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Salon Assistant Salaries

A Salon Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Salon Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Salon Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $32,286.
California: $32,164.
Massachusetts: $31,735.

District of Columbia $32,286 California $32,164 Massachusetts $31,735 Washington $31,618 New Jersey $31,607 Alaska $31,566 Connecticut $31,163 New York $31,000

Hawaii $30,478 Rhode Island $30,233 Maryland $30,067 Minnesota $29,840 Colorado $29,752 Illinois $29,723 Oregon $29,612 Delaware $29,530

New Hampshire $29,479 Virginia $29,364 Pennsylvania $29,029 Nevada $28,860 North Dakota $28,804 Michigan $28,717 Wisconsin $28,685 Vermont $28,621

Texas $28,443 Maine $28,431 Arizona $28,414 Ohio $28,393 Georgia $28,125 Indiana $27,991 Wyoming $27,965 Utah $27,924

Iowa $27,906 Kansas $27,766 Louisiana $27,725 North Carolina $27,711 Missouri $27,705 Florida $27,591 Montana $27,530 Nebraska $27,472

Kentucky $27,440 South Carolina $27,323 Tennessee $27,250 Idaho $27,221 New Mexico $27,008 Oklahoma $26,961 Alabama $26,789 South Dakota $26,501

Arkansas $26,343 West Virginia $26,259 Mississippi $26,005

Top Paying Cities for Salon Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $29,397
Little Creek: $29,613
Magnolia: $29,570

Lincoln, DE $29,397 Little Creek, DE $29,613 Magnolia, DE $29,570 Milford, DE $29,472 Marydel, DE $29,521 Millsboro, DE $29,274 Millville, DE $29,319 Milton, DE $29,370

Nassau, DE $29,391 Ocean View, DE $29,314 Rehoboth Beach, DE $29,371 Seaford, DE $29,387 Selbyville, DE $29,266 Smyrna, DE $29,633 Viola, DE $29,497 Woodside, DE $29,576

Bear, DE $29,508 Newark, DE $29,497 Claymont, DE $29,557 Delaware City, DE $29,526 Hockessin, DE $29,494 Kirkwood, DE $29,521 Middletown, DE $29,532 Montchanin, DE $29,501

New Castle, DE $29,505 Odessa, DE $29,546 Port Penn, DE $29,566 Rockland, DE $29,504 Saint Georges, DE $29,523 Townsend, DE $29,568 Winterthur, DE $29,507 Lewes, DE $29,381

Wilmington, DE $29,495 Dover, DE $29,613 Dover Afb, DE $29,457 Bethany Beach, DE $29,283 Bethel, DE $29,314 Bridgeville, DE $29,383 Camden Wyoming, DE $29,529 Cheswold, DE $29,603

Clayton, DE $29,604 Dagsboro, DE $29,263 Delmar, DE $29,216 Ellendale, DE $29,305 Felton, DE $29,470 Fenwick Island, DE $29,269 Frankford, DE $29,218 Frederica, DE $29,499

Georgetown, DE $29,252 Greenwood, DE $29,388 Harbeson, DE $29,283 Harrington, DE $29,432 Hartly, DE $29,524 Houston, DE $29,390 Kenton, DE $29,605 Laurel, DE $29,234

Yorklyn, DE $29,503

Salon Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Salon Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$29,425

Average $29,530/year

$33,145

$2,452

Average $2,461/month

$2,762

$566

Average $568/week

$637

$14

Average $14/hour

$16

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,145	$2,762	$637	$16
Average	$29,530	$2,461	$568	$14
25th Percentile	$29,425	$2,452	$566	$14

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